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This only moves the definition down one level. If clinical significance (in general, not just in psychology) isn't based on deviation from a norm, what is it ba
by Karunamon 9y ago
This only moves the definition down one level. If clinical significance (in general, not just in psychology) isn't based on deviation from a norm, what is it based on?
- portofcall 9y agoThe degree to which something interferes in someone’s life, their ability to function, etc. If you’re suicidally depressed, or psychotic, it’s a clear distinction for obvious reasons. It’s not about comparing to some standard, you can believe strange things, be unhappy, and so on, but if it starts to make you unable to live your life, it might be a problem.
- Karunamon 9y agoThere's an argument to be made that engaging in murder-suicide is of absolute interference to one's life and ability to function.